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1 day ago in Community, Entertainment, Environment, Lifestyle, Local

Ithaca Children’s Garden appoints new interim director

Portrait of a woman with light brown hair standing in a grassy park, wearing a red cardigan over a navy floral blouse.

Leigh MacDonald was named by the ICG board of directors to serve as interim executive director, following the recent departure of Naomi Sukenik.

2 days ago in Community, Lifestyle, Local, Politics

Dryden Recreation and Youth Commission welcomes new member

On April 16, Jennifer Davis was appointed to the Dryden Recreation and Youth Commission.

2 days ago in Lifestyle

What to know about psychedelic retreats, a booming business with few safety guardrails

Surging interest in the purported benefits of psychedelic drugs has given rise to books, documentaries and conferences dedicated to the mind-altering substances. Now add one more business to the list: psychedelic retreats.

3 days ago in Lifestyle

To make hosting less stressful, strive for connection and not perfection

Inviting friends and family members over for a celebration, holiday or routine dinner provides an opportunity for connection, but pressure to serve good-tasting food in a clean and welcoming environment can deter many people from hosting or prevent them from being fully present with their guests when they do.

6 days ago in Community, Environment, Lifestyle, Local

Newfield residents to pick up roadside trash

On Saturday, April 18th, Newfield residents will pick up trash as part of Greenup Day.

6 days ago in Community, Education, Lifestyle, Local

Apalachin Library to host Titanic talk

Sign for Apalachin Library featuring a tree growing from an open book and 'Established 1992' on a lawn scene.

Author John Pulos will discuss his book 'Titanic: My Story' this Saturday, April 18th at the Apalachin Library.

6 days ago in Community, Health & Wellness, Lifestyle, Local, Politics

Tompkins County Health Board has empty seat to fill in Ithaca

Anyone interested in serving on the Tompkins County Health Board must be at least 18, live in Ithaca, and be a legal US citizen.

1 week ago in Business, Community, Education, Lifestyle, Local

Family Reading Partnership ‘shifts gears’ in $100K fundraiser, director says

Family Reading Partnership's new focus of their fundraiser is to be able to move to a different space in the Shops at Ithaca Mall instead of a new HVAC system for their current one.

Sports

20 minutes ago in Community, Education, Entertainment, Local, Sports

Ithaca College baseball stomps Alfred State

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ITHACA, NY (607NewsNow) — The Ithaca College baseball team didn’t disappoint on Wednesday. Ithaca blew out Alfred State 12-2. The…

14 hours ago in Sports

Cowboys plan for George Pickens to play on franchise tag in 2026 without long-term deal

The Dallas Cowboys are planning for George Pickens to play on the franchise tag this year and won't negotiate with the star receiver or his agent on a long-term contract, executive vice president of personnel Stephen Jones said Wednesday.

14 hours ago in Sports

Sabres power play goes ice-cold again as series against the Bruins shifts to Boston for Game 3

The Sabres haven't been able to push the Bruins around on the ice. What's worse, Buffalo hasn't been able to take advantage of their power plays when Boston pushes back.

1 day ago in Community, Education, Entertainment, Local, Sports

Ithaca College softball extends win streak

On Tuesday, the Bombers beat Cortland in both games of a doubleheader.

2 days ago in Local, Sports

Former Cornell football player named executive director of NFL Players Association

2013 Cornell grad JC Tretter, former offensive lineman for the Green Bay Packers and Cleveland Browns, will serve as executive director of the NFL Players Association (NFLPA).

2 days ago in Sports

Victor Wembanyama is a unanimous selection as the NBA’s defensive player of the year

There had never been a unanimous NBA Defensive Player of the Year. Until now. Victor Wembanyama — as expected — was announced Monday as the league's top defensive player.

2 days ago in Education, Entertainment, Local, Sports

Ithaca College softball prepares for doubleheader

The Bombers are preparing for a doubleheader against Cortland, starting at 3 p.m. today.

3 days ago in Sports, Trending

Defending champion John Korir breaks Boston Marathon record and Sharon Lokedi also repeats

John Korir outran the strongest field in Boston Marathon history and still had enough energy left to bounce around Boylston Street after learning he had blistered the course record, too.

National

14 hours ago in National

Rep. David Scott, a Georgia Democrat seeking his 13th term in Congress, dies at age 80

U.S. Rep. David Scott, a Georgia Democrat and the first Black chairman of the House Agriculture Committee, has died. He was 80.

14 hours ago in National

Inside the Kennedy Center as it prepares for a 2-year renovation

Away from the political controversy that has consumed the iconic performing arts venue for the better part of President Donald Trump's second term, Matt Floca, the Kennedy Center's new executive director and chief operating officer, guided a group of journalists through the building Wednesday.

15 hours ago in National, Trending

Wildfires across Georgia and Florida have destroyed nearly 50 homes and are forcing evacuations

Wildfires burning across the southeastern U.S. forced more people to flee Wednesday after destroying nearly 50 homes in Georgia and causing some schools closings as drought and winds fueled flames.

2 days ago in National

Pennsylvania high school history instructor named nation’s Teacher of the Year

A high school history teacher in Pennsylvania who helps students look inward to find their strengths and outward to find community inside and outside the classroom has been named the 2026 National Teacher of the Year.

3 days ago in National

And they’re off: Fastest Boston Marathon field ever has wind at its back as it starts the race

The fastest field in Boston Marathon history left Hopkinton on Monday morning for the 130th edition of the world's oldest and most prestigious annual marathon, riding cool weather and a tailwind on its 26.2-mile (42.1945-kilometer) journey to Copley Square.

7 days ago in National, Trending

Severe storms continue to produce heavy rain, lightning and flooding across parts of US

Storms barreling across the heart of the United States continued to threaten rain and pose flooding risks Thursday after causing at least one death when a man apparently was struck by lightning in Wisconsin.

7 days ago in National, Trending

Tiger Woods’ lawyer vows to fight subpoena for prescription records in DUI case

Tiger Woods ' attorney intends to fight an attempt by prosecutors to subpoena the golfer's prescription drug records following his arrest last month in Florida on suspicion of driving under the influence.

1 week ago in National

Swalwell exits California governor’s race after assault allegations as rivals seek his supporters

Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell's abrupt exit from the race for California governor left his rivals scrambling to lock down his former supporters in a crowded contest with no clear leader, injecting more turmoil into the campaign to lead the nation's most populous state.

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20 minutes ago in Community, Education, Entertainment, Local, Sports

Ithaca College baseball stomps Alfred State

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ITHACA, NY (607NewsNow) — The Ithaca College baseball team didn’t disappoint on Wednesday. Ithaca blew out Alfred State 12-2. The…

1 hour ago in Community, Environment, Local

FLLT celebrates 20th anniversary of Ithaca area Emerald Necklace

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Forest scene with a rocky wall and a small multi-tier waterfall feeding a calm pool, surrounded by green foliage and mossy rocks.

ITHACA, NY (607NewsNow) — The Finger Lakes Land Trust is celebrating. 2026 marks 20 years of Ithaca’s Emerald Necklace, a…

1 hour ago in Community, Education, Local

Trumansburg’s $33 million school budget includes more money for teachers

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TRUMANSBURG, NY (607NewsNow) — The Trumansburg Central School District‘s budget is ready for a vote.  The $33.3 million spending plan…

2 hours ago in Community, Crime, Local, Regional

Johnson City man accused of damaging, burning car wash payment kiosk

On April 14, State Police arrested Joshua Skobern on charges of felony criminal mischief and misdemeanor arson.

2 hours ago in Community, Local

Oil prices could affect summer paving in Tompkins County

This year, Tompkins County Highway Department Director Nick Ensign says they’re dealing with a sharp increase in material costs due to the rising price of oil.

Entertainment

20 minutes ago in Community, Education, Entertainment, Local, Sports

Ithaca College baseball stomps Alfred State

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ITHACA, NY (607NewsNow) — The Ithaca College baseball team didn’t disappoint on Wednesday. Ithaca blew out Alfred State 12-2. The…

14 hours ago in Entertainment, Music

Alan Osmond, the eldest member of the Osmonds, has died at 76

Alan Osmond, the eldest member of the chart-topping family act The Osmonds, died Monday after decades with multiple sclerosis. He was 76.

14 hours ago in Entertainment

An Instagram DM changed everything for Rachel Reid, Jacob Tierney and ‘Heated Rivalry’

To the cheers and applause of thousands of BookCon attendees, "Heated Rivalry" author Rachel Reid and director-screenwriter Jacob Tierney walked on to the main event stage at New York's Jacob Javits Convention Center. The two Canadians have been international celebrities for just a few months, and still find themselves wondering if all the noise is for someone else.

1 day ago in Community, Education, Entertainment, Local, Sports

Ithaca College softball extends win streak

On Tuesday, the Bombers beat Cortland in both games of a doubleheader.

1 day ago in Community, Entertainment, Environment, Lifestyle, Local

Ithaca Children’s Garden appoints new interim director

Portrait of a woman with light brown hair standing in a grassy park, wearing a red cardigan over a navy floral blouse.

Leigh MacDonald was named by the ICG board of directors to serve as interim executive director, following the recent departure of Naomi Sukenik.

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15 hours ago in National, Trending

Wildfires across Georgia and Florida have destroyed nearly 50 homes and are forcing evacuations

Wildfires burning across the southeastern U.S. forced more people to flee Wednesday after destroying nearly 50 homes in Georgia and causing some schools closings as drought and winds fueled flames.

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Late Queen Elizabeth II’s legacy still looms over British monarchy 100 years after her birth

Queen Elizabeth II lives on at the Cool Britannia gift shop across the road from Buckingham Palace. Four years after the queen's death, the shop is doing a brisk business in mugs, tea towels and key rings bearing the likeness of Britain's longest-reigning monarch as the nation marks the centenary of her birth on Tuesday.

3 days ago in Sports, Trending

Defending champion John Korir breaks Boston Marathon record and Sharon Lokedi also repeats

John Korir outran the strongest field in Boston Marathon history and still had enough energy left to bounce around Boylston Street after learning he had blistered the course record, too.